TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR
Regular Minutes Page 1 November 17, 2014
TOWN COUNCIL – Regular Meeting
Council Chambers – South Windsor Town Hall
1. Call Meeting to Order
Mayor Anwar called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
4. Roll Call
Members Present: Mayor M. Saud Anwar
Deputy Mayor Edward Havens
Councilor Thomas Delnicki
Councilor Andrew Paterna
Councilor Liz Pendleton
Councilor Carolyn Mirek
Councilor Janice Snyder
Councilor Stephen Wagner
Members Absent: Councilor Cary Prague
Also Present: Matthew B. Galligan, Town Manager
Keith Yagaloff, Town Attorney
5. Public Input
Mr. Robert Dickinson, 19 Birth Road came forward and spoke in favor of the Town reviewing the benefits of LED Streetlights.
Mr. Don Gonsalves, 40 Bayberry Trail came before the Town Council and explained that he had sent a letter to the Mayor expressing his disappointment that the Town Council went into Executive Session for 1 hour and 20 minutes while the public waited, which has happened in the past also. The Town Council should be able to run the Town Council meetings more efficiently. Mr. Gonsalves then questioned how the public would be able to control how long people speak. There have been meetings where the public was allowed to talk too long and the business of the Town was not completed. At the last Town Council meeting there was a discussion regarding the Connecticut Studios and Mr. Gonsalves said he does not know if that discussion happened. Mr. Gonsalves also said he would like to know what the operating
cost for the Emergency Operations Center is going to be. An approval for the Town to use $1.7 million dollars towards an EOC/Business Incubator should not be done without the public understanding the operating costs. Mr. Gonsalves concluded with stating that he feels every Council and every Mayor have run a poor meeting since he has been in Town.
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6. Environmental Health & Safety Message
Councilor Wagner informed the public that there have been a series of robberies throughout Town. The public should be aware that these robbers are coming into homes while the resident is in their homes. Residents should keep their doors locked at all times.
Mayor Anwar announced that on Wednesday, November 19th at 5:00 p.m. a discussion will be held regarding Ebola. There will be a panel of experts talking about the disease, how it is spread, how hospitals are prepared and how ambulance services are prepared. The program will be recorded and shown on public television at various times.
7. Adoption of Minute of Previous Meetings
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council approves the Minutes of the following Town Council Meetings: Public Hearing Minutes of November 3, 2014; and Regular Meeting Minutes of November 3, 2014.
Was made by Councilor Snyder
Seconded by Councilor Delnicki
Mayor Anwar amended the minutes with a spelling correction to piecemeal.
The Mayor called for a vote on the motion; it was approved, unanimously with the above mentioned amendment.
8. Public Petitions
None
9. Communications from Officers and Boards Directly Responsible to Council
Councilor Wagner stated that a public notice was sent out regarding a sewer manhole replacement project that will be taking place at the intersection of Pleasant Valley and Wheeler Road.
10. Reports from Standing Committees
None
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11. Reports of Temporary Committees
None
12. Consent Agenda
Councilor Paterna made a motion to approve Agenda Items 13. A. through 14. B. as the Consent Agenda. Councilor Wagner seconded the motion; and was approved, unanimously.
13. Unfinished Business
A. Resolution Appointing Elizabeth McGuire (D) an Alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Elizabeth McGuire (D) an Alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2017 to fill an expired vacancy.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
B. Resolution Appointing Michael Balesano (D) an Alternate to the Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Michael Balesano (D) an Alternate to the Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission for a term ending December 1, 2016 to fill an unexpired vacancy.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
C. Resolution Amending the South Windsor Town Council Rules and Procedures (postponed from the November 3, 2014 meeting)
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves an amendment to the South Windsor Town Council Rules and Procedures, as shown in attached Exhibit A.
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13. C. (Continued)
Was made by Councilor Delnicki
Seconded by Councilor Snyder
Councilor Delnicki explained that he proposed this amendment because an agenda meeting used to be held which informed each party what was going onto the agenda and gave a fair opportunity for everyone to get any questions they may have answered prior to the Town Council meeting. The Town Council packets presently arrive on Friday afternoon and there is not enough time to get questions answered. The proposal will help to alleviate this problem, will treat everyone equally, and will allow for transparency to all Council members as what will be on the agenda.
Councilor Wagner said he was in agreement with the intent but concerned that this is a hard and fast statement and if something happens where the rules are not followed it could result in the Town Council being criticized and having to repeat actions.
Deputy Mayor Havens felt that two days would be a good compromise.
Mayor Anwar first requested that the exhibits be put onto the website with the agenda. Mayor Anwar then explained that there are three items on the agenda tonight that address the Town Council Rules and Procedures. In the last meeting Mayor Anwar said that he suggested that the Council review all of the Town Council Rules and Procedures and bring all of the changes to the Council at the same time. The public is interested in seeing what the Town Council is acting on and if the meeting is held at 6:00 p.m. rather then 7:00 p.m. that may help. The rules of allowing the public to speak for three minutes has been in the Rules & Procedures since 1988. Some Mayor’s have decided not to follow that rule.
Councilor Snyder called for a Point of Order. The discussion being held should be discussed when that discussion comes up on the agenda.
Mayor Anwar explained that this discussion is linked with the present resolution being discussed. Mayor Anwar then explained in the last meeting it was stated that Councilor Delnicki’s proposal will have implications on other items.
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13. C. (Continued)
Councilor Mirek, Councilor Delnicki and Councilor Snyder called for a Point of Order stating that the agenda is not being followed.
Mayor Anwar explained that what he is talking about links with Councilor’s Delnicki’s proposal. Mayor Anwar then reviewed items that he felt were missing from Councilor Delnicki’s proposal.
Councilor Delnicki stated he feels three days is important but would accept an amendment to the resolution with the following statement being added to the end of the proposal, “However, errors, delays and/or unintentional omission of the items will not prevent the Council from taking up the items at the Council meeting, so long as the items are taken up as otherwise provided under these rules”.
Councilor Mirek stated she would not support two days.
Councilor Snyder agreed with Councilor Delnicki’s proposal to add the amendment, but also felt it is necessary to get items sent to the Council three day prior to the meeting rather than two.
Councilor Delnicki made a friendly amendment to be added to the end of his proposal as follows: “However, errors, delays and/or unintentional omission of the items will not prevent the Council from taking up the items at the Council meeting, so long s the items are taken up as otherwise provided under these rules”. Councilor Snyder accepted the friendly amendment.
Councilor Delnicki felt that if this simple item can’t be agreed upon he doesn’t know how the Council will be able to agree on other changes that are being proposed.
Town Attorney Yagaloff urged Council members to clarify the intent of this change. The intent should be voiced and suggested using Monday as a business day.
Councilor Delnicki stated that his intent is to have items to the Council by the close of the day on Wednesday.
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13. C. (Continued)
Councilor Delnicki made a friendly amendment to add “at least three business days prior” Councilor Snyder accepted the friendly amendment.
Councilor Wagner questioned if the proposed change would limit certain items from being sent to the Council or will the Council receive things such as Executive Session items, Old Business items, etc.?
Councilor Paterna stated that Council members seem to have agreed on the concept. Councilor Paterna made a motion to Call the Question. Councilor Pendleton seconded the motion; and it failed on a Roll Call Vote of 3 to 5 with Deputy Mayor Havens, Councilor Paterna and Councilor Pendleton voting in favor of the motion; and Mayor Anwar, Councilor Delnicki, Councilor Mirek, Councilor Snyder and Councilor Wagner voting in opposition of the motion.
Councilor Delnicki stated that the legislative intent of this resolution is for the close of the business day Wednesday and the beginning of the business day Thursday.
Mayor Anwar stated he feels everyone is on the same page but would like to do all of the changes at one time.
Councilor Delnicki requested that the proposed change be voted on.
Councilor Snyder noted that this item was on the Town Council agenda at the last meeting before all of these other changes were proposed and should be voted on tonight.
Mayor Anwar called for a vote on the amended resolution, it failed on a Roll Call vote with a 3 to 5 vote with Councilor Delnicki, Councilor Mirek and Councilor Snyder voting in favor of the amended motion; and Mayor Anwar, Deputy Mayor Havens, Councilor Paterna, Councilor Pendleton and Councilor Wagner voting in opposition of the amended motion.
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
D. Discussion Item: Amending the South Windsor Town Council Rules and Procedures to allow the public to speak for five (5) minutes rather than three (3) minutes (requested by Councilor Mirek) (postponed from the November 3, 2014 meeting)
Councilor Mirek stated that presently the Town Council has a rule that gives a member of the public three minutes to speak. There are times where people are cut off while they are speaking and there are times where people are allowed to go on longer. The three minute rule does not always allow individuals enough time to speak. Allowing people to speak for five minutes is not unreasonable and gives enough time for people to express their views.
Councilor Wagner explained that there is a provision to have the Council extend discussions. If there was a discussion that is complicated, Councilor Wagner felt that both sides would agree to extend.
Councilor Delnicki felt that by allowing a person to speak for five minutes will give that person the ability to finish their thoughts. Three minutes is not enough time.
Councilor Pendleton noted an error in the Town Council Rules and Procedures under Public Input, it states “this segment of the meeting shall not exceed twenty (20) minutes” and on the agenda it says “thirty (30) minutes”. Councilor Pendleton stated she feels three minutes is enough time.
Mayor Anwar stated that the three minute rule has been a rule since 1988.
Councilor Mirek felt that the Council is here to listen to the residents and in her opinion hearing the public takes precedence.
Councilor Paterna said he supports the allowance of the public to speak for three minutes. At the last public hearing, everyone was able to speak and it worked well. When there is a large number of people here to speak, the three minutes allows everyone an opportunity to speak.
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14. New Business
- Resolution Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Receive Citizen Input on Amendments to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Chapter 98 – Utilities, Article II. Water Pollution Control Authority, Section 98-31 – Established; Membership, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk.
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby sets Monday, December 1, 2014, at 8:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the South Windsor Town Hall, 1540 Sullivan Avenue, South Windsor, Connecticut as the time and place for a Public Hearing to receive citizen input on Amendments to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Chapter 98 – Utilities, Article II. Water Pollution Control Authority, Section 98-31 – Established; Membership, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk.
Was made by Councilor Pendleton
Seconded by Councilor Wagner
Mr. Galligan explained that this is a public hearing and discussions will be held on that date regarding this issue.
Councilor Delnicki requested that the changes be shown, from the present ordinance to the proposed ordinance. Councilor Delnicki questioned if Water Pollution Control Authority has been notified?
Town Attorney Yagaloff explained that a meeting was held with himself, Fred Shaw, Chairman Aries and Councilor Wagner. At that meeting everyone went through proposed changes which were reduced to the Ordinance being proposed. This Ordinance is an attempt to create four year terms for the members, two year terms for the alternates, correct errors with current terms, re-establish the four year terms with the correct schedule, and phase this process in. The language for the temporary appointments is not in the original Ordinance, it was put in there to make it clear how the current member’s terms would be until the new terms are established.
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14. A. (Continued)
Councilor Wagner explained that all of the members of the WPCA are aware of these changes. This item was discussed at the WPCA meeting last week. There are a couple things that need to be addressed such as the Town is not following the statute in terms of having more then half of the terms expire in the same calendar year. Presently there are four terms expiring in 2017 and that is four of the seven so it is not consistent with the statutes. The transition that is included in the ordinance will make sure that the current members continue to serve after the ordinance is changed.
Mayor Anwar called for a vote on the motion; it was approved, unanimously.
- Resolution Agreeing to a Joint Grant Application with the Town of Coventry and the Town of Tolland
WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor wishes to apply for a grant with the Town of Coventry, Connecticut and the Town of Tolland, Connecticut; and
WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor wishes to utilize the Intertown Capital Equipment Purchasing Incentive Program; and
WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor would jointly purchase computer equipment with the Town of Coventry and the Town of Tolland; and
WHEREAS, South Windsor’s cost share for the computer equipment would not exceed $25,915 (twenty-five thousand, nine hundred and fifteen dollars); and
WHEREAS, thirty percent (30%) of the $25,915 would be reimbursed to the Town of South Windsor if the grant is approved
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby authorizes Matthew B. Galligan, Town Manager, to enter into an agreement with the Town of Coventry and the Town of Tolland to apply for the Intertown Capital Equipment Purchase Incentive Program for the purchase of computer equipment.
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14. B. (Continued)
Was made by Councilor Snyder
Seconded by Councilor Paterna
Mr. Galligan explained that this South Windsor is eligible under State Statue because it is a regional approach to government. This grant helps all three Towns to upgrade service and allows for a maintenance plan to keep equipment going. Tolland and Coventry both passed their resolutions and now South Windsor can move forward to try to acquire this grant.
Answering questions from the Council, Mr. Galligan stated that this is the Town’s third year participating in this grant. The deadline for applying for the grant is next week. South Windsor waited for Tolland and Coventry to pass a resolution in support of going forward prior to this resolution coming to the Town Council. Mr. Galligan explained that for a lot of grant opportunities there is not a lot of time given to the Town to apply.
Mayor Anwar called for a vote on the motion; it passed, unanimously.
- Resolution Establishing a Temporary Sub-Committee to Study Possible Solar Installations on Town Property
WHEREAS, the Town Council established an Energy Committee in May of 2014 to pursue feasible means of lowering energy consumption and costs; and
WHEREAS, electricity produced in a solar photovoltaic (PV) installation on Town owned property could be credited through virtual net metering against electricity charges in Town buildings; and
WHEREAS, it is expected that financing for such a facility can lead to a positive impact on Town budgets throughout its life cycle; and
WHEREAS, installation of solar equipment would affect concerns of several Town Boards, Commissions and Committees; and
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14. C. (Continued)
WHEREAS, it is determined that it is in the best interest of the Town that a Solar Installation Sub-Committee be formed pursuant to the following:
- The Sub-Committee shall consist of at least one representative from each of the following: the Planning & Zoning Commission, Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission, South Windsor Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Commission, Open Space Task Force and Energy Committee. The membership of the Sub-Committee shall be established by the affirmative vote of the members of the Energy Committee.
- The Sub-Committee will come forward and present their findings to the Energy Committee and make suggestions as to the feasibility of solar PV installations on Town owned property along with recommended sites, costs and benefits from such suggested project(s) and in turn the Energy Committee will present their findings to the Town Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby establishes a Temporary Solar Installation Sub-Committee with a term ending December 31, 2016.
Was made by Councilor Wagner
Seconded by Councilor Pendleton
Councilor Wagner explained that this was discussed in a previous Town Council meeting and this resolution will formalize the Sub-Committee. The Sub-Committee will talk to potential bidder and will have an RFQ process. There are concerns with putting solar on a site that may need zoning requirements and may affect farming.
Councilor Snyder felt that the Energy Sub-Committee should be overseeing this and if meetings are needed with individuals from different Commissions then meetings could be set up.
Councilor Wagner explained that the Energy Committee is responsible for a number of items and it would be difficult to schedule additional meetings and additional time during one of their meetings.
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14. C. (Continued)
Town Attorney Yagaloff explained that he is not sure the Energy Committee has the authority to appoint members to a sub-committee. The Energy Committee could create some type of ad hoc group or volunteers but it would not be an actual sub-committee and would not have reporting requirements and such like a sub-committee.
Councilor Mirek questioned if the Energy Committee could ask for input from the entire Board/Commission? Councilor Wagner explained that the individual sitting on the sub-committee would go back to their respective boards and keep them informed of what is happening. Councilor Wagner pointed out that the Town buildings pays over $600,000 for electricity, so this is an important item to discuss and hopefully some of those costs will be offset.
Mayor Anwar stated that the Town has already seen some of the benefits of the Energy Committee. This area needs a lot more attention and this Sub-Committee will provide that attention. This will help our taxpayers reduce the costs of doing business in South Windsor if the Town can create mechanisms to try to reduce this expenditure.
Mayor Anwar called for a vote on the motion; it was approved, unanimously.
- Resolution Approving a Refund of Taxes to Nine (9) South Windsor Taxpayers
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves a refund of property taxes to nine(9) South Windsor Taxpayers, the total of said refund being $4,878.16, and as more fully described on attached Exhibit B.
Was made by Councilor Mirek
Seconded by Councilor Pendleton
The motion was approved, unanimously
Councilor Delnicki made a motion to Suspend the Rules to take Item 14. H. out of order. Councilor Snyder seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
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14. New Business (Continued)
H. Discussion Item: Space Recommendations for Firehouse – Station 3 (requested by Councilor Pendleton)
Councilor Pendleton reviewed the report, as shown in attached Exhibit C.
Councilor Delnicki questioned if the bay and storage would be split between the Fire Department and the Fire Marshal? Town Manager Galligan stated that is exactly what would be happening. The Fire Chief identified certain areas that the Fire Department would use for office space and the Fire Marshal identified certain areas that the Fire Marshal’s office would use for office space. The proposals were well thought out by both departments.
Councilor Delnicki stated that he was delighted that both departments worked so well together.
Answering questions from the Council, Attorney Yagaloff explained that the priority goes to the referendum priorities which are the Fire Department and the Ambulance Corp. The Ambulance Corp. is not in the facility so the priority goes to the Fire Department. Any additional space that is not being utilized should be for a purpose that is most similar to the requirements under the referendum.
Mr. Galligan stated that the Charter says the Manager can move operations between various departments so a resolution is not necessary.
Deputy Mayor Havens stated that the Fire Marshal and Fire Department go hand and hand. Both departments are happy with the additional space. The Town Hall will also acquire more space when the Fire Marshal moves out of the Town Hall.
Councilor Snyder and Councilor Pendleton both thanked Chief Cooney and the Fire Marshal for their cooperation.
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14. H. (Continued)
Chief Cooney came forward and thanked the Committees for their time and effort. From day one this has been a joint effort between the Fire Department and Fire Marshal’s Office. Chief Cooney then advised the Council regarding the support the Fire Department has received from the Town Manager with the other two stations. As you may be aware, at the Fire Headquarters, the concrete and the ramp have been done. In addition when the Foster Street Road project was being done there were issues with Fire Station 2’s parking lot and thanks to the Town’s support that has been rectified.
Mayor Anwar stated that based on what he has heard there seems to be unanimous support.
Councilor Wagner made a motion to Suspend the Rules in order to take Item 14. F. out of order. Councilor Delnicki seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
F. Discussion Item: CCM LED Streetlights (requested by Councilor Wagner)
Councilor Wagner explained that the Town spends approximately $400,000 per year operating street lights. The street lights are owned by C L & P and the Town pays to depreciate them, maintain them and provide electricity to them. C L & P is using an older technology. The Town has an opportunity to substantially reduce the $400,000 usage by looking at replacing the street lights with LED. Councilor Wagner introduced Andy Merola from CCM who is present to explain a program that has been established.
Mr. Andy Merola, CCM came forward and reviewed CCM Energy LED Streetlight Retrofit Initiative – 2014, as shown in attached, Exhibit D. There would be savings from rates, maintenance, and energy and there is a rebate for doing this project.
Answering questions, Mr. Merola explained that South Windsor has approximately 2,400 street lights where the Town will find a 60% to 70% reduction by using LED.
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14. F. (Continued)
Answering questions, Mr. Galligan explained that he would meet with the Town Attorney to make sure the Town is following the Charter and bid requirements in order to proceed with this program. The Town would be purchasing the lights. In the first five years, the Town would have a cost for the purchasing of the lights. The Town may have to interview the three companies chosen by CCM to see who would give the Town the best rate or the best way of leasing. A local electrician could be hired to change the lights when it is necessary.
Mr. Merola explained to the Council that once the Town buys the system, the Town would change over to LED as quickly as possible. The LED lights are in compliance with roadway illumination. The lighting output level can be adjusted without changing the fixture. It is a product that lasts approximately 100,000 hours. Mr. Merola stated that he can not think of a downside to this proposal. CL & P could tell the Town the upfront cost of the lights. They will also inform the Town of the rate savings. The Town could start the process by sending a sample letter that he has to CL & P requesting information such as the purchase price and the rate of savings. It is possible for the Town to do the process in phases, but Mr. Merola cautioned that the difference in the rates is so
substantial that it makes sense to do all of the purchasing at one time.
Mr. Galligan explained that once the Town owns the lights and changes them all to LED’s, the Town will have a large reduction in the budget. The Council will have to vote on the program because there will be an actual appropriation between either a purchase or lease. There is an ordinance for leasing that will have to be reviewed if the Town decides to do so. Mr. Galligan said he would work with the necessary individuals to look further at this program and will bring a resolution back to the Council when the program moves forward.
Councilor Wagner made a motion to Suspend the Rules in order to move to Item 14. G. Deputy Mayor Havens seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
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14. New Business (Continued)
- Discussion Item: MDC Water Charges (requested by Mayor Anwar)
Councilor Delnicki recused himself from this discussion.
Mr. Galligan explained that he sits on the MDC Board of Directors meetings as a non-voting member. There has been concern regarding the water bill rate. MDC decided to change their method and charge households that use large amounts of water at a higher rate. There is a public hearing scheduled on November 19, 2014 at the MDC headquarters in Hartford at 5:30 p.m. There is new legislation passed prohibiting MDC from charging non-member Towns at a higher surcharge.
E. Discussion Item: Proposed Changes to the South Windsor Town Council Rules and Procedures (requested by Mayor Anwar)
The Town Council reviewed the proposed changes to the South Windsor Town Council Rules and Procedures, as shown in attached, Exhibit E.
The Council discussed each proposed change and gave their opinions toward each proposed change. The Town Attorney informed the Council why some items were changed they way they were.
15. Passage of Ordinance
None
16. Communications and Reports from Town Manager
Mr. Galligan reported on the following:
- Fifty-three employees have elected to participate in the United Way Campaign. There was approximately $5,500.00 collected that will be donated to United Way.
- Will be leaving on a trip tomorrow to Austin, Texas for the National League of Cities representing the Connecticut communities.
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16. Communications and Reports from Town Manager (Continued)
- Negotiations are underway with Mr. Charbonneau for property to be purchased by DCK for The Connecticut Studios project. They have filed with PURA and made the first payment from the penalty of not having begun the project on a certain date.
Mr. Galligan explained that DCK is the new owners of the Connecticut Studios project. Mr. Andrew Toth is the lead person. There was a meeting with the Department of Economic and Community Development. They were pleased to see that the company has a strong financial backing. There have also been meetings with CL & P, Fuel Cell Energy, the Siting Council, PURA and others who are participating in this process.
Mr. Galligan stated that he met with a company in South Windsor who is looking to expand. Tomorrow there is a meeting with a developer who is interested in constructing a 200 unit apartment building at Evergreen Walk. There is also a developer who is looking to construct a hotel in the Buckland area.
17. Public Input
None
18. Communications and Petitions from Council
Councilor Wagner invited the Council to Doosan Fuel Cell America on Thursday, November 20, 2014 for a presentation on the C-PACE program from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Councilor Delnicki made a motion to Suspend the Rules to add an Item onto the agenda. Councilor Snyder seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
Councilor Mirek made a motion to revoke the amount of $4,878.16 previous approved in Item 14. D. and approved the correct amount of $1,439.27. Councilor Wagner seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
18. Communications and Petitions from Council (Continued)
Councilor Mirek read a letter that was submitted by Christine McCann into the record, as shown in attached Exhibit F.
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19. Executive Session
At 10:20 p.m. Councilor Wagner made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss pending claims and litigation (Docket #3:14 CV-00847-WWE), pending claims and litigation (Docket #HHD-CV-11-6021042-S), and discussion of documents containing financial information provided in confidence and exempt from disclosure pursuant to C.G.S. §1-200(6) and §1-210(b)(5)(B) regarding Ambulance Service of Manchester contract. Councilor Delnicki seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
The following individuals were in Executive Session: Mayor Anwar, Deputy Mayor Havens, Councilor Delnicki, Councilor Paterna, Councilor Pendleton, Councilor Mirek, Councilor Snyder, Councilor Wagner, Town Manager Matthew B. Galligan, and Town Attorney Keith Yagaloff.
At 10:50 p.m. Councilor Wagner made a motion to adjourn the Executive Session. Councilor Delnicki seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Deborah W. Reid
Clerk of the Council
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